Dietary management and the low FODMAP diet in IBS – Advanced course

This course will provide an integrated approach to the clinical and dietary management of patients with functional gastrointestinal disorders with particular reference to the role of FODMAPs.

Through case studies and problem centred learning, participants will develop their skills in producing nutrition care plans. Online lectures, forum discussions on clinical cases and case studies based on practice examples will develop a deeper knowledge of the role of diet, including FODMAPs in functional gastrointestinal disorders.

By the end of the course you will....
-Have a critical understanding of the basis for medical and dietary management of patients with functional gastrointestinal disorders.
-Be able to adapt menus and recipes suitable for a low FODMAP diet.
-Be competent to integrate and interpret the principles of and evidence for avoidance of FODMAPs to a variety of clinical situations.
-Know how to develop a care pathway for local delivery of a diet low in FODMAPs.
-Be able to plan, deliver, monitor and evaluate the clinical effectiveness of a diet low in FODMAPs for patients with functional gastrointestinal disorders.